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Civil Servant, ICT Manager, Diabetic #T1D, Civic #OpenData, Scenic Carpenter, Photographer, Youth Worker, Chaplain, Christian. Dysgwyr Cymraeg. All views my own

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Joined March 2012
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I wrote a little thing for @PCS_Union on #WorldDiabetesDay about how having Diabetes is exhausting and the importance of reasonable adjustments #t1d #GBDoc pcs.org.uk/news-events/blogs…
For World Diabetes Day on 14 November, read Ian's blog about the relentless effects of living with type 1 diabetes on mental health and everyday life, and how it leaves people constantly feeling anxious, angry or worn out. #diabetes pcs.org.uk/news-events/blogs…
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Today is #DisabilityPayGap day, the day when Disabled workers stop getting paid for the rest of the year. In 2025 Disabled workers earn £78.40 less a week then non-disabled workers. Disabled workers earn £4,081 less a year than everyone else. The gap is more than the average house spends on food a week - £64.30. pcs.org.uk/news-events/news/…
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We all deserve time off. Trade unions campaigned for the Bank Holidays we enjoy today. We stand on the shoulders of these activists as we fight for a better working world for all. Diolch undebau llafur y gorffennol am frwydro dros Wyliau i weithwyr. 📸: TUC Collections, London Metropolitan University.
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Join in with the weekly community chat here tonight! Talking all things CHRISTMAS! Be here tonight at 9pm... #GBDoc #PeerSupport
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💥T1D Myth busting - What is a hypo?💥 Today we wanted to share what happens when someone with #T1D has a hypo and how long recovery can sometimes take. This is especially important for those supporting young people in schools. Please do share to help raise awareness! 🔗digibete.org #DiabetesAwarenessMonth #Type1diabetes #t1dlookslikeme #DigiBete #T1DMythbusting #ClinicallyApproved @BT1DUK @CYPDiabNetwork @DiabetesUK @LeedsHospitals @Leeds_Childrens
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This week we have @alkapandey08 joining us for a discussion around weight management and loss with diabetes. We know this is a challenging subject but remember we are here to share and support. Come and share your experiences. #GBDoc
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Bank Holidays always throw me out of sync... Today is TUESDAY! Which means tomorrow evening is chat night. Join me @TungateWendy to talk about our👁️👁️ #GBDoc #peersupport
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We are back! After a few weeks away, I will be back on Wednesday hosting our weekly chat - Diabetes and Sleep Quality 😴 For anyone interested, please join us here at 9pm this Wednesday! #GBDoc #PeerSupport
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Hapus i weld @HirstPhoto wyneb I wyneb eto prynhawn ma ar y Maes. #AI is such an important topic for all workers and workplaces to consider. Pleased to be able to attend the @WalesTUC session at #Eisteddfod on this topic today putting the @PCS_Wales voice into the conversation. – at Pontypridd, Wales
What are the impacts of AI on journalism and democracy? @HirstPhotos of @NUJWales shares some concerns. Dewch i'n digwyddiad yn yr @eisteddfod i glywed am brofiad gweithwyr o DA mewn sawl sector. 🗓️ 6 Awst/August ⏲️3.30pm 🎪 Cymdeithasau 2
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Ar Faes yr @eisteddfod heddiw? Ymunwch â'n digwyddiad bydd yn holi a yw Deallusrwydd Artiffisial yn freuddwyd neu hunllef i weithwyr a’r Gymraeg? If you're in the Eisteddfod today please join our discussion on the impacts of AI. 🕒3.30pm 🎪Cymdeithasau 2
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We have @Kerr21Kerr in control this week, hosting the chat Sun, Sea Sand - Diabetes Tech Enemy! The sun is shining (finally) so let's talk about Diabetes Tech and hot weather/holidays! Be here this Wednesday at 9pm to join in #GBDoc
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Want to vote in the general election taking place on 4 July? ❗ You must register to vote by 11:59pm tomorrow (18 June). ❗ Register now 🔽 gov.uk/register-to-vote
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📚 If you missed James Norton's wonderful reading of 'How to Manage a Mammoth', don't worry! You can catch up on BBC iPlayer. A perfect watch for a cosy evening with the little ones! 🌙💤 📺 Watch it here 👇🏽 orlo.uk/JqJBU
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To everyone who lives with or cares for someone with #Type1Diabetes – we see you! 💙 This #DiabetesAwarenessWeek let’s tell the world what it takes to live with #type1. Give our video a share! #T1D #WeAreOne #GBDoc
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Keep your eyes peeled 👀 You'll see conversation starters, polls, blog posts and other related tweets through the week. #GBDoc
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Today I've been at #TAD2024. Over 200 Type 1 diabetics (and more supporting #tFd) in one room with total of > 3,400 years lived experience between them. A day of understanding and #PeerSupport where glucose alarms were just part of the "normal" background of the day. #t1d #GBDoc – at West Midlands, England
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#TAD2024 team A humbling surprise at the end A national role is amazing A video titled “Thank You Partha” developed by those living with #T1D & a standing ovation for work done ? Beyond one’s wildest dream Unquestionably Speck of dust or two in the air today You guys 🥹
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If your at #TAD2024 and want to see others from the #GBDoc then we are going to try and huddle by the window on the Stage Right Side of the foyer at the coffee break... Equally if @MoodWife inspired you to join an online community then come and say hi to some @GBDocInfo folk.
The amazing @Moodwife talking about the power and importance of peer support and communities 💙💙💙 #TAD2024 💙
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And yes #t1d has our own language with a lot of acronyms. I've got my #IaithGwaith lanyard on today if anyone eisiau siarad #Cymraeg heddiw? #GBDoc is the "Great Britain Diabetes Online Community" #TAD2024 is a conference where we "Talk about (Type 1) Diabetes"
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Today's the day, and the sun is shining in #Liverpool for #TAD2024 ☀️ See you all from 9.15am when the doors will open for registration 💙 #gbdoc #doc
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